Kinda chic to have this ceiling fan
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The Recommendation

August 11, 2026

At last: Ceiling fans that aren’t hideous. Plus …

Most ceiling fans are ugly.
These are an exception.

A Hunter Fans Brookside ceiling fan hanging in a room.
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A good ceiling fan can make a big difference in an otherwise stuffy room, so it’s unfortunate that most of them are pretty unsightly. After a weeks of searching for fans that are both functional and fashionable, our expert found three actually good-looking options — including one fixture called a “fandelier.” The fan’s blades are hidden within an understated shade that looks like a structural lamp, and it comes in a range of neutral colors that would fit nicely in any home.

You don’t have to choose between a powerful fan and a pretty one→

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Plus: You should turn on your ceiling fan whenever you use your AC

A Midea air conditioner in front of a blue background.
Midea

A hack for the dog days of summer: If you run your ceiling fan and AC at the same time, you should be able to raise your thermostat a bit, without sacrificing your comfort. On particularly hot days, this combination can help keep your energy bill down while keeping you cool.

So effective, it almost seems like magic→

More stylish home finds

A navy blue reclining chair in a living room.

These recliners hide in plain sight

We spent months searching for the most stylish and comfortable ones out there→

A black Pavo Double Floor Lamp on displayed in front of a green background.

The best floor lamps

These lights brighten up sad corners and double as decor→

A Room & Board Lincoln modern, blocky dark wood desk with a single wide drawer and two thick legs sits against a light blue background.

Desks that don’t look like office furniture

Including a standing desk that hides its clunkiest features within its warm wood and sleek design→

This handsome table lamp also charges your devices

the Yarra-Decor Bedside Table Lamp with USB Port on top of a bedside table next to a pair of glasses and a mug.
Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter

This little lamp impressed us with its two USB ports and easy-to-use touch control. It’d be a great addition to a college dorm — but it’s certainly good-looking enough to keep long after graduation.

A great lamp for under $25→

One last thing: Got a sleep dilemma? Let us help you.

Two clay bunny slippers; one (left) sleeping with Zs above its head while the other (right) gazes at it.
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We want you to get better sleep. Email us here→

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